Anafortan Syrup 100 ml is a combination drug primarily used to reduce abdominal pain caused due to dysmenorrhoea (irregular periods/menses). Dysmenorrhea (Abdominal cramps) is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with irregular periods. It occurs just before or during menses. Menstrual cramps cause throbbing pain in the lower belly (abdomen) during menses. These cramps can range from mild to severe.

Anafortan Syrup 100 ml is composed of two medicines: Camylofin (antispasmodic) and Paracetamol (analgesic). Paracetamol has both analgesic (pain reducer) and antipyretic (fever reducer) properties and decreases inflammation caused due to dysmenorrhea. It blocks a chemical messenger in pain responsible for making a person sense pain. Camylofin helps block the activity of certain natural substances in the body to cause pain. Together, they effectively reduce pain.

Anafortan Syrup 100 ml should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Anafortan Syrup 100 ml is generally safe to consume. Some people may experience dizziness, nausea (feeling sick), digestion problems (constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea), and skin reactions (like rashes and hives). Most of the side effects of Anafortan Syrup 100 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Taking more than the daily prescribed dose of Anafortan Syrup 100 ml may cause liver damage or allergic reactions like mouth, face, and throat swelling, difficulty breathing, skin rash, or itching. Most liver injury cases are associated with paracetamol at doses exceeding 4 gm per day. Gastrointestinal bleeding and ulcer formation are commonly observed with the help of Anafortan Syrup 100 ml, so the doctor may prescribe you the lowest dose available.

Anafortan Syrup 100 ml is composed of two medicines: Camylofin (antispasmodic) and Paracetamol (analgesic). Paracetamol has both analgesic (pain reducer) and antipyretic (fever reducer) properties and decreases inflammation caused due to dysmenorrhea. It blocks a chemical messenger in pain that is responsible for making a person sense pain. Camylofin helps block the activity of certain natural substances in the body to cause pain. Together, they effectively reduce pain.

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Appetite loss
• Dryness of mouth
• Digestion problems (like constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea)

Taking more than the daily prescribed dose of Anafortan Syrup 100 ml may cause liver damage or allergic reactions like mouth, face, and throat swelling, difficulty breathing, skin rash, or itching. Do not take Anafortan Syrup 100 ml if you have asthma or allergies to painkillers, heart, kidney, and liver conditions. Anafortan Syrup 100 ml should not be taken during pregnancy or by breastfeeding mothers as it may affect the baby. You are recommended not to take alcohol along with Anafortan Syrup 100 ml to avoid unpleasant side effects. Taking Anafortan Syrup 100 ml can cause drowsiness or blurred vision; avoid driving or performing any other activity that requires concentration after taking Anafortan Syrup 100 ml. Always keep your doctor informed about the ongoing medications or the ones you have taken in the past, including over-the-counter medicines and herbal medicines. Life-threatening skin allergic reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) have been reported using Paracetamol. If you observe skin rashes or blister formation, immediately stop taking Anafortan Syrup 100 ml and consult a doctor. Patients taking Anafortan Syrup 100 ml and antivitamin K (blood thinners) should be monitored for appropriate coagulation and bleeding complications.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Anafortan Syrup 100 ml interact with antidepressant medicines (Amantadine), blood thinner (warfarin), anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drugs (methotrexate), medicines for treating tuberculosis (isoniazid and rifampicin) may lead to drug toxicity or affect the working of Anafortan Syrup 100 ml. So, contact a doctor before taking these medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: Intake of alcohol should be avoided while taking Anafortan Syrup 100 ml.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients with liver disease, bleeding disorder, urinary tract infection (UTI), myasthenia gravis, high blood pressure, and alcoholism should not take the Anafortan Syrup 100 ml as it has severe interaction.

• AMANTADINE
• WARFARIN
• METHOTREXATE
• ISONIAZID
• RIFAMPICIN

• Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, Vitamin D, and calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help reduce pain and inflammation in the tissue.
• Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your abdominal pain. Instead, you can do stretching, low-impact aerobic exercise (like walking on the treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), and simple forms of yoga. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights and doing muscle stretching regularly.
• Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel to minimise pain at the back of your curve. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle.
• You can consume caffeine but not too much, as high caffeine intake may cause irritability, poor sleep, and menstrual cramps.

Dysmenorrhea: Dysmenorrhea refers to abdominal cramps/pain and an unpleasant sensory/emotional experience associated with irregular periods. It occurs just before or during menses. Menstrual cramps that cause throbbing pain in the lower belly during periods may vary from mild to severe. Some of the common symptoms of menstrual cramps include an aching pain in your belly (sometimes painful), a feeling of pressure in your belly, and pain in your hips, lower back, and inner thighs.